In this movie one of the most famous tragedies written by Shakespeare is settled in the contemporary age, although the text is basicly faithful to the original. I don't like when an historical opera is completely modified in its context, costumes, location and time, so this is the main reason why I didn't love this movie.
Anthony Hopkins' interpretation is great and also the other actors are good, however so much is missed if Shakespeare is played in a totally different era. Men are always men, but all the rest have changed and the best part of the tragedy - the historical setting - is lost. Furthermore, "King Lear" is not my favourite opera written by Shakespeare.
Review of King Lear
